“Another Great Week” Newsletter from Principal Ferguson

Dear Lancer Families,

Congratulations to our 8th Graders on a spectacular performance! Your dedication and talent truly shined through this week in 'Finding Nemo, Jr'. Each student brought the characters to life with such energy and enthusiasm—it was like swimming right into the movie! From Marlin's courageous journey to Dory's unforgettable charm, they captured the heart and humor of the story flawlessly. Every line delivered, every song sung, and every scene played out was a testament to your hard work and passion. Remember, just like Nemo, we all face challenges, but it's our determination and friendship that help us navigate through them. You've not only entertained us, but also inspired us with your creativity and teamwork. Bravo, cast and crew, on a fin-tastic performance! Break a fin in tonight’s final performance…continue to make waves and create magic together!!

At Wednesday’s All School Mass, our 8th Graders presented their 2nd Grade buddies with pins for their First Holy Communion. As both grades continue on their faith journeys, may they carry this spirit of generosity and goodwill with them, knowing that even the smallest act of kindness can make a big difference in someone's life. Congratulations to our 2nd Graders on this special milestone, and thank you, 8th Graders, for being such wonderful role models to our younger students.

Make it a GREAT day, Lancers!

Adam Ferguson

Principal, St. Michael Parish School

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please view and download your photos from the Father Daughter Dance: https://photos.app.goo.gl/rqMvLzkX2Fcjpr1p6
Please consider applying to join next year’s School Board.
Click for details and application form.
CHECK SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR NEXT YEAR OFF YOUR TO-DO LIST… 2024 – 2025 School Supply Ordering is OPEN!
Buying your supplies through School Tool Box really makes a difference! For every box sold, a meal is donated through Feed My Starving Children and about $5 is donated right back to SMS!
It’s easy! Order now and supplies will magically appear in the right classroom before the first day!
To order, go to www.schooltoolbox.com, search for St. Michael School or by zip code 60187.
For Lance’s Locker items – Click HERE & complete the Google form to place your preorder gym clothes, homework folders and assignment notebooks.
Questions? Reach out to Kerstin Falvey at Kerstin.Falvey@gmail.com or Celia Tagliareni at celiaryan11@gmail.com
St. Michael’s Volleyball Registration and Evaluation Information
Thank you for considering signing your child up for the
2024 Volleyball Season. Volleyball is a popular sport in our area and offered to all incoming 5th through 8th graders at St. Michael’s.
Players and Teams
There is a place for every single student at St.Michael’s who wishes to participate in volleyball regardless of experience or skill level. There are “A teams” and “B teams” at most age and gender levels and based on the number of players who register. Teams compete against others with comparable skill levels. Through the evaluation process, outside evaluators and in some cases, the coaching staff from the previous year, will determine which team best suits your daughter or son.
For the 2024 Volleyball Season, tryouts will be held at the Cashin Gym.
PLEASE REMEMBER. THIS IS YOUR ATHLETE’S GRADE FOR THE 2024/2025 SCHOOL YEAR!
6th Grade Girls - Tues 5/7 - 230p-4p
6th Grade Boys - Tues 5/7 - 415p - 545p
5th Grade Boys- Wed 5/8 - 230p-4p *** note time change
5th Grade Girls - Wed 5/8 - 415p-545p *** note time change
7th Grade Girls - Tues 5/14 - 230p-4p
7th Grade Boys - Tues 5/14 - 415p - 545p
8th Grade Girls- Wed 5/15 - 230p-4p
8th Grade Boys - Wed 5/15 - 415p-545p
Season Length
Generally, the fall volleyball season starts with practices and runs from the first or second week of August through Championship weekend in late October.
Practices
Practices start the first or second week of August. They are held in the Cashin Gym, in the evening during the week, last one hour, and typically occur two times per week. The practice schedule is based on your coach’s preference and availability and will be sent out over the summer.
Matches
Between practice games, tournaments, league play and playoffs, there are approximately 15 matches held throughout the season from about the third weekend of August through Championship weekend in late October. Matches are typically on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. There will be both home games and away games. Away games are mostly in the surrounding area with a small number that require a further drive of 30-45 minutes.
Coaches
Teams are coached by volunteer parents. There is always a need for head coaches and assistant coaches. Through the registration process, you will be asked to let us know if you are interested. Please consider this enriching opportunity! Coaches will be selected after teams are created.
Cost
Access to the Cashin Gym covers a large percentage of costs associated with participating in volleyball, but there are league fees, tournament allowances, uniform expenses, and referee expenses to cover. The cost per athlete is $165. There are discounts for multiple athletes within the same family, capping a family’s yearly expenses for volleyball at $265.
Registration
When registering your child, please register them for the grade that they will be in for the 2024/2025 school year.
St. Michael’s Athletics uses an online registration process.
Please sign up for the TeamSnap App. St. Michael Athletics will be using this App for registration, team organization, team communication, and scheduling throughout your child’s Lancer Athletic experience. Here is the link… Team Snap Home
Through a web browser and not the App, please register for the Volleyball Team through this link… 2024 Lancer Volleyball Registration Link
After you have registered online, please send an envelope into the school office. It should include payment made out to St. Michael Parish School, and a copy of the Concussion Protocol Form.
Registration Closes on Saturday May, 4th.
This is a hard deadline date. We will not be able to add after May 4th.
GO LANCERS!!!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Jim Wolf at
jwolf@stmichaelcommunity.org
Please click for details about 2024 Grandparents day on Friday, May 3rd!

Grandparent’s Day
Friday May 3rd, 2024
Mass at 8:00
Following 8:00 Mass, please join us for performances from St. Michael students, as well as refreshments in the Cashin Gym
Classroom Visits
Please join in visiting your grandchild in their classroom! Student schedules will be sent home the week before Grandparent’s Day - this will help Grandparent’s know in which classroom they can find their student!
Are you willing to donate your undamaged glasses for the August 2024 eclipse in Latin America? Click to learn more!
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CALENDAR

COMMUNITY POSTS

INFORMATION SESSION: Wednesday, April 24 at 9:00 a.m.
Click here to register
SHADOW VISIT: Three More Days – April 23, April 24, April 26
Experience a day in the life of a Spartan! More details are on our website. Register at www.sfhscollegeprep.org/visit.
7th GRADE NIGHT: Friday, April 26 at 6:00 p.m.
Spend a fun night at SFHS! Meet current SFHS students and other 7th graders; participate in games and the Spartan Amazing Race!
Click here to register
SFHS SUMMER CAMPS – Registration is open! (pdf attached)
Wide variety of camps and clinics available for students entering grades 1-12. Register at https://sfhs.8to18.com/accounts/login.
Art Camps: Drawing & Painting, Mixed Media
Athletic Camps: Baseball, Basketball, Cheer, Cross Country, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Strength & Conditioning, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Band Camps: Beginning Guitar, Jazz Band, Band Camp, Music Ensemble, Drumline, Orchestra
Choir Camps: RockAppella, ILMEA Choral, Vocal Arts, Vocal Jazz
Academic Camps: Fun with Grammar (for incoming 9th graders), ACT/SAT Prep, Chinese Culture
Technology Camp: STEP: Spartan Tech Entry Program (for incoming 9th graders)
Theatre Camps: Summer Musical, Young Spartan Showcase, Stage Crew
Any questions? Please contact Director of Admissions Maureen Isphording at misphording@sfhscollegeprep.org or (630) 668-5800, ext. 1120.
Calling all 6th, 7th & 8th grade soccer lovers! The St. Francis Girls Soccer team is in need of ball runners for their home games this spring. This is a fun way to see the program in action and help out as well. Click here for the Sign Up Genius to see availability.
A message from our friends at Rosary High School:
I wanted to share our summer camp opportunities with you to send out to your communities as well as a few other events that are happening in April. We look forward to hosting your 7th grade students at the Royal Ramp Up!
On Friday, April 19 from 8:30-10:30am we will be hosting 7th Grade Girls in the area for a Royal Ramp Up, a glimpse of a day at Rosary High School. www.rosaryhs.com/rampup
On Tuesday, April 23 we will be hosting a Lil" Royal Picasso class from 3:30-4:30pm. This class will be taught by the Art Club and Ms. Krainak. All girls in 3rd grade and up are invited to attend, pre-registration is required and payment is $5 at the door. www.rosaryhs.com/picasso
On Wednesday, April 24 we will be hosting a Royal Taste and Tour for families interested in learning more about Rosary High School from 6:30-7:30pm. www.rosaryhs.com/visit
VIEW THE ROSARY SUMMER CAMP FLYER
VIEW THE ROSARY ATHLETIC CAMP FLYER
LAST CALL to all Current 8th Grade/Rising Freshman hockey players! 🏒🥅
Registration for our Spring/Summer hockey program is now OPEN! Please click on the link below for all the relevant information, dates and registration:
Welcome | 2024 Benet Spring / Summer Program Registration | Benet Redwings Hockey (sportngin.com)
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Questions? Just email communications@benethockey.com. We encourage you to please forward this email on to anyone we may have missed! Thanks so much and we hope to see you this spring!
GO REDWINGS!
Angela Karras Neboyskey
Communications Director
Red Wing High School Hockey Club
communications@benethockey.com
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